KBD 1020 - Construction and Mechanical Systems for Kitchen and Bathroom Design

Credits: 3
Hours/Week: Lecture 3 Lab None
Course Description: This foundational course focuses on the basics of residential kitchen and bath construction and mechanical systems. Topics include all components of constructing a residential house, the electrical system, heating system, cooling system, water supply, drainage system, and lighting in addition to interpreting construction drawings and creating healthy, efficient homes. This course requires enrollment in Kitchen and Bath Design program.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: Completion of KBD 1010 or taken concurrently, or a prior drafting course with instructor’s consent.

Major Content

Introduction
Codes and building permits
Residential construction overview
Footings and foundations
Floor System
Framing System
Interior and Exterior Walls
Doors and windows
Heating and cooling system
Drain, waste and vent system (DWV)
Water supply
Electrical system and lighting
Walls and finishes
Healthy and efficient homes

Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course students will be able to:

interpret construction drawings.
identify the basic components of residential home construction.
identify the basics of residential systems found in construction.
recognize the components of building a healthy, efficient home.
identify codes for kitchen and bath design projects.

Competency 1 (1-6)
None
Competency 2 (7-10)
None

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KBD 1020 - Construction and Mechanical Systems for Kitchen and Bathroom Design